Tex-Mex magic: 25 dishes to make Tuesdays tastier

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Tuesdays just got a whole lot tastier! Dive into the vibrant world of Tex-Mex cuisine and discover dishes that’ll make every Tuesday feel like a fiesta. From the sizzle of fajitas to the comforting embrace of cheesy enchiladas, and the crunch of fresh tacos, there’s a world of flavor waiting to be explored.

So, why wait for the weekend to have a special meal? With these delightful Tex-Mex recipes, every Tuesday can be a culinary celebration that brings the whole family together.

Smoked Chicken Al Pastor. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Smoked Chicken Al Pastor

Get ready to elevate your Tex-Mex Tuesday with Smoked Chicken Al Pastor! This dish brings together tender chicken, smoked to perfection, with the vibrant flavors of Al Pastor seasoning. Every bite promises a delightful mix of smokiness and traditional Tex-Mex spices. It’s a must-try dish that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Al Pastor

Baked Spanish Rice

Baked Spanish Rice in two black baking dishes.
Baked Spanish Rice. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Spanish rice doesn’t have to be boring! This tasty twist is loaded with bacon, onions, peppers, and more, and who can resist the cheesy lid on top?!
Get the Recipe: Baked Spanish Rice

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad in a bowl.
Mexican Street Corn Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Packed with oodles of flavor, you can make this easy Mexican Street Corn Salad all-year long!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mango Habanero Salsa

Mango Salsa in a bowl with chips nearby.
Mango Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Craving intense flavor? Mango-Habanero Salsa is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, and this chunky salsa is perfect for sharing! Grab some chips and dig in!
Get the Recipe: Mango Habanero Salsa

Tacos Dorados

Tacos Dorados on a plate.
Tacos Dorados. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Crispy, beefy, and loaded with cheesy goodness, Tacos Dorados will change how you eat tacos forever!
Get the Recipe: Tacos Dorados

Chicken Tinga

Chicken tinga in a blue bowl.
Chicken Tinga. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Packed with flavor and so good in burritos and tacos or loaded onto nachos, Chicken Tinga is the perfect Instant Pot recipe when you’re craving big and bold flavors!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga

Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas

Al pastor chicken quesadillas pulled apart.
Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with cheese and flavor packed al pastor chicken, these easy quesadillas are ready in a jiffy. Just look at all that cheese! Everyone loves these tasty handhelds!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas

Chicken Tortilla Cups

From start to finish in about 10 minutes, these Chicken Tortilla Cups are about as easy as tasty can get! Perfect on game day or any day, share a batch of these today!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tortilla Cups

Mexican Cauliflower Rice

Mexican Cauliflower Rice. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Spice up your Tex-Mex Tuesdays with a delightful twist on a classic: Mexican Cauliflower Rice. This dish offers all the zesty flavors you crave, but with a lighter, low-carb touch. Perfectly seasoned and bursting with fresh ingredients, it’s a side that’ll elevate any meal.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Cauliflower Rice

Chicken Tinga Tostadas

Chicken Tinga Tostada on a plate.
Chicken Tinga Tostadas. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Chicken Tinga Tostadas are an explosion of flavor! Fun to assemble and delish to eat, these are perfect for family dinners and parties of all kinds!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga Tostadas

Creamy Jalapeno Dip

Creamy Jalapeno Dip in a bowl with chip nearby.
Creamy Jalapeno Dip. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Jazz up your weekend with some serious flavor! This Creamy Jalapeno Dip has a Texas-sized kick – what would you dunk into this vegetarian dip that doubles as a sauce and dressing!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Jalapeno Dip

Birria Tacos

Birria Tacos on a plate with consomme.
Birria Tacos. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Have you jumped on the Birria Taco train? They’re beefy, crispy, fatty, and dunk ’em in the jus before chowing down. These are so good, and they’re not hard to make!
Get the Recipe: Birria Tacos

Fried Tomatillos

Fried Tomatillos in a black cast iron pan.
Fried Tomatillos. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Move over tomatoes, and fry those tomatillos instead! Fried Tomatillos with a spicy and tangy cilantro-jalapeno aioli are the perfect starter, snack, or light meal!
Get the Recipe: Fried Tomatillos

Baja Fish Tacos

Baja fish tacos on a white plate.
Baja Fish Tacos. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Fresh, flavorful, and with big, bold spices, Baja Fish Tacos are perfect for Taco Tuesday – or any day of the week!
Get the Recipe: Baja Fish Tacos

Birria Pizza

Birria Pizza on a pizza stone.
Birria Pizza. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Take your love of pizzas to new levels with Birria Pizza! Spicy, meaty, and oh-so delish!
Get the Recipe: Birria Pizza

Chile de Arbol Salsa

Chile de Arbol Salsa on wooden board with chips and chilies nearby.
Chile de Arbol Salsa. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Jazz up all your favorite BBQ dishes and Mexican eats with this fiery hot Chile de Arbol Salsa!
Get the Recipe: Chile de Arbol Salsa

Dutch Oven Carnitas

Melt in your mouth tender pork is what these carnitas are all about! Cooked low and slow in your Dutch oven, they’re meaty, tender, and infused with flavor. Perfect in tacos, on nachos, in burritos or just on the end of your fork, these carnitas are so good!
Get the Recipe: Dutch Oven Carnitas

Cheez-Its Tostada

Cheez-It Tostada on a plate with hot sauce in a bottle.
Cheez-Its Tostada. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This colossal Cheez-It Tostada is filled with big, bold, and sassy cheese flavor! Make a run for your kitchen and serve these today!
Get the Recipe: Cheez-Its Tostada

Pico de Gallo

A shot of Pico de Gallo on a board with chips nearby.
Pico de Gallo. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

On chips, tacos, or your favorite Mexican dishes, Pico de Gallo is a flavor-packed condiment that’s easy to make and so freaking delish!
Get the Recipe: Pico de Gallo

Tomatillo Pico de Gallo

tomatilla pico de gallo in a cast iron container surrounded by tortilla chips.
Tomatillo Pico de Gallo. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Do your pico differently! Tomatillo Pico de Gallo is crisp, tangy, spicy, and a bit sweet. It’s perfect on chips or with all your favorite Mexican meals!
Get the Recipe: Tomatillo Pico de Gallo

Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Roasted Tomatillo Salsa is a tasty twist on a classic! With plenty of flavor and a bit of a spicy kick, just pass the chips and dig in!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Pineapple Salsa

Loaded with fresh pineapple, cilantro, and a wee bit of spicy heat, this fun tropical twist on salsa is so good on chips, on tacos, or serve it with grilled fish. There’s flavor in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Salsa

Cold Corn Dip

A bowl of Chilled Corn Dip with chips on a black plate.
Cold Corn Dip. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Cold Corn Dip is a refreshing treat perfect for warm days. This easy recipe combines juicy corn with a blend of creamy and zesty flavors, making it an instant hit at any gathering. It’s the ideal dip to whip up when you’re short on time but want something delicious. Dive into this cool, corn-filled delight and watch it vanish from the bowl in no time!
Get the Recipe: Cold Corn Dip

Guacamole Snack Board

A top-down shot of a guacamole snack board.
Guacamole Snack Board. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Forget your usual guac – make this EPIC Guacamole Snack Board instead! Loaded with chips and all the fixings to make your favorite guac, this spread is perfect for tailgating or cheering on your favortie team at home!
Get the Recipe: Guacamole Snack Board

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